What Are the Alternatives to Restricted Catalytic Materials?
To address the challenges posed by restricted materials, researchers are exploring various alternatives:
- Non-Precious Metal Catalysts: Transition metals like iron, nickel, and cobalt are being investigated as potential alternatives to precious metals. These metals are more abundant and less expensive.
- Biocatalysts: Enzymes and other biological molecules offer a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative for certain catalytic processes.
- Nanomaterials: Nanotechnology allows for the development of highly efficient catalysts using smaller amounts of restricted materials, thereby reducing dependency.
